GRE Word List
ENGULF
to flow over and enclose : overwhelm
The meaning of the word engulf is to flow over and enclose : overwhelm.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| leash | a line for leading or restraining an animal |
| extemporaneous | composed, performed, or uttered on the spur of the moment : impromptu |
| vicissitude | the quality or state of being changeable : mutability |
| cant | the expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments |
| aspersion | a false or misleading charge meant to harm someone's reputation |
| countermand | to revoke (a command) by a contrary order |
| parallelism | the quality or state of being parallel |
| fitful | characterized by fits or paroxysms |
| culprit | one accused of or charged with a crime |
| stampede | a wild headlong rush or flight of frightened animals |